The beloved is reborn as a substitute, and the tyrant begs for forgiveness every night.

Even though she had questions in her heart, Pearl didn't ask them in the end.

All she needs to do is respect Xu Leyao.

Just as Xu Leyao once said, Zhu'er doesn't need to be too smart, as long as she is obedient.

Of course, Xu Leyao had not completely given up on the idea of ​​nurturing her at this moment.

That's why Xu Leyao suddenly asked.

"Pearl, why do you think I wanted to repair this hairpin?"

Pearl looked puzzled at her question.

Although she didn't want to disappoint Xu Leyao, she tried hard to think about the problem.

But after thinking for a moment, Pearl shook her head helplessly.

“Miss, I really don’t understand why you want to repair this hairpin? It looks like an old item, not nearly as beautiful as the ones that are popular now.”

Hearing her words, Xu Leyao nodded noncommittally.

Then she brought up another matter.

"This hairpin is indeed not as exquisite and delicate as the hairpins around here, but what if I told you that this hairpin is a relic of the late Empress?"

At this point, Xu Leyao stared intently into Zhu'er's eyes.

In an instant, Xu Leyao saw her suddenly changed expression.

Pearl looked around warily.

After confirming that no one was around, Zhu'er began to patiently explain to Xu Leyao.

"Miss, this is not something you should say! Everyone knows that the wicked empress brought ruin to the country and was executed by the emperor. If others knew what you were saying, even you yourself might not escape punishment!"

Hearing her words, Xu Leyao found it amusing.

I remember Jiang Xiuxiu saying she was a demon queen, and she still hasn't changed her mind.

Hearing others describe their feelings is quite peculiar.

Of course, Xu Leyao didn't mind too much.

After all, ordinary people like Pearl are the most numerous in the world.

And these people are the ones who are most severely misled.

That's why they believed Zheng Zhihe's claim that the Xu family had committed acts of treason and betrayal of the emperor.

That is why the Xu family has not been exonerated for so long.

The real culprit is undoubtedly the one sitting in the high position.

What good would it do to persuade Pearl and the others?

Xu Leyao has always been able to distinguish clearly between these matters.

Moreover, the Xu family has been loyal to the emperor and loved their country for generations, all for the sake of ordinary people living in peace and happiness.

These are the people that the Xu family has risked their lives to protect. How could Xu Leyao bear to blame them?

Leaving that aside, Xu Leyao had no intention of exonerating her past self at this moment.

The concept of Pearl has been deeply ingrained for a long time.

Even if Xu Leyao said it now, I'm afraid Zhu'er wouldn't believe it.

Pearl, on the contrary, would unconsciously worry that she might be in danger because of this matter.

Rather than doing that, it would be better to wait until after the verdict is cleared before making any further decisions.

Xu Leyao did not dwell on the topic further, but instead carefully analyzed it for her.

"Do you remember where I first met the Emperor?"

Faced with her question, Pearl thought about it carefully for a moment, and then nodded naturally.

"The young lady's first meeting with the Emperor was at the estate, at that time..."

Pearl couldn't even bear to finish her sentence.

Xu Leyao, however, didn't care.

After all, she wasn't the one who truly endured those hardships.

You can't truly understand something like that unless you've experienced it yourself.

Even if Xu Leyao inherited Jiang Yuwei's memories, it would still be the same.

"At the manor, or more precisely, in front of that nameless stele at the manor."

Xu Leyao thought of her own tombstone and couldn't help but sigh.

Since Xu Leyao's soul was freed, she has never gone back to see it again.

Pearl nodded, feeling somewhat apprehensive.

Xu Leyao had previously told her that the unmarked tombstone belonged to the late empress.

Now that she brought this up again, Pearl felt a little scared.

She believed in ghosts and spirits.

Hearing Xu Leyao say that, Zhu'er was extremely frightened.

Of course, I just didn't show it on my face.

Xu Leyao didn't have time to pay attention to her fear, but instead analyzed the situation carefully.

"If that person truly had no feelings for the late empress, he probably wouldn't have personally gone to her grave."

At this point, Xu Leyao paused slightly, still feeling somewhat uncomfortable.

After what Zheng Zhihe did, how can he have the nerve to come to her and complain now?

Thinking about the days when she had to face Zheng Zhihe, Xu Leyao felt extremely irritable.

Of course, these words could not be said to Pearl.

Upon hearing this, Zhu'er finally understood some of the meaning Xu Leyao was trying to convey.

She blinked in confusion and asked, "So, Miss, you mean that the Emperor still has feelings for the late Empress? If the hairpin really belongs to the late Empress, then Miss can borrow it."

Seeing her unusual intelligence, Xu Leyao gave Zhu'er an approving look and nodded.

"indeed so."

Although Xu Leyao was ultimately using her own things, Zhu'er didn't see it that way.

The necessary explanation still needs to be made clear to prevent Pearl from overthinking.

If we can train Zhu'er now, she will have a more capable assistant when she enters the palace in the future.

Now that she understood Xu Leyao's thoughts, Zhu'er felt that Xu Leyao's previous spending had not been in vain.

Even if it costs money, it's all worth it to gain that person's affection.

With Zheng Zhihe around, Xu Leyao would never marry someone else.

Therefore, it is extremely good to make some preparations in advance.

Looking at Zhu'er's expression, Xu Leyao understood that she knew what she meant.

Therefore, Xu Leyao stopped talking.

This is a jewelry shop outside, not a place to talk.

Give Zhu'er a few simple words of guidance, just enough to get to the point.

During the waiting period, Xu Leyao held her teacup and remained silent.

Pearl stayed quietly by her side, without saying a word.

When the shopkeeper returned with the head chef, he was greeted by a quiet scene between the master and servant.

He knocked on the door, breaking the tranquil atmosphere.

"Miss, this is our master craftsman. Let him take a look and see if this hairpin can be repaired."

Upon hearing this, Xu Leyao handed over the ginger hairpin.

"Please take a look at this for me."

Seeing her being so polite, the head chef nodded and then began to examine the item carefully.

The hairpin only has some wear and tear, so it doesn't have any major impact.

With a little polishing, it can regain its former brilliance.

However, some scratches are on the main body of the hairpin.